1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 264 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1987 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Corvette | EX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |
